I couldn't help giving this an 8/10 - it's much better than it should be - just like a bunch of Wild Bill Elliott's westerns. Folks talk about 50's "adult" westerns w/ Jimmy Stewart, Randolph Scott, Fred MacMurray, etc - Waco has some interesting characterizations and plot turns. In addition, the relationship Matt (Elliott) and Curly is somewhat moving. And...the dialogue follows suit.
It's a fast moving film. Nothing is wasted and the viewer is engaged throughout.
Elliott's acting is...well...Elliott's acting. Sanford Jolley as Curly is good, the townspeople are adequate. Pamela Blake as Kathy is fairly dismal. It was her last film - after 63 appearances on the big and small screens. Honestly, not sure how she got that many roles....
It's a fast moving film. Nothing is wasted and the viewer is engaged throughout.
Elliott's acting is...well...Elliott's acting. Sanford Jolley as Curly is good, the townspeople are adequate. Pamela Blake as Kathy is fairly dismal. It was her last film - after 63 appearances on the big and small screens. Honestly, not sure how she got that many roles....